Is Acne Just a Teen Thing?
Why Adult Acne Is More Common Than You Think
Some adult or even older age person still experiencing acne breakout. Everyone suffers with acne, but do you know what causes it?
There is 4 main causes for acne vulgaris
1/ Excess sebum production
-stimulation of sebaceous gland by androgen (hormone)
-increase secretion of sebum
-more often in people with PCOS/adrenal issue
2/ Follicular hyperkeratosis
-dead skin cells fail to shed properly
-abnormal shedding skin cell mix with oil to plug the follicle
3/ Bacterial overgrowth
-gland consist of cutibacterium acnes (commensal bacteria)
-dysbiosis of pilosebaceous follicle microbiome due to hyperkeratosis
-leads to overgrowth of bacteria
4/ Inflammation
-trapped bacteria and cellular debris cause the follicle wall to rupture
-leading to redness and swelling
There are risk factors that may contribute in worsening the conditions, such as:
-stress
-diet
-hormones -medication
-personal hygiene
At Xeoul Clinic, we tailor treatment plans based on the specific factors contributing to your acne. For more information or to schedule a consultation, visit us at Xeoul Clinic.
